Environmental Sustainability
Working towards a greener world
PREMIER SUITES Dublin Sandyford Environmental Sustainability
We're going green to keep our planet clean
We strive to reduce pollution to its lowest practicable level and are committed to comply with all relevant legislation and associated guidance.
We monitor and manage environmental performance in our operations through environmental risk assessments. Operating procedures and controls are developed through this process to reduce any risks to the environment to the lowest level practicable. Reviews of environmental performance are built in to regular health and safety inspections and audits.
All waste represents an inefficient use of resources and energy. We try to reduce the quantity of waste generated and regularly review routes whereby waste can be eliminated or reduced or recycled.
The Company promotes the efficient use of energy by its staff through the use of energy surveys, improved housekeeping, control of processes and the efficient use of service engineer resources.
Our staff, when planning work will try to keep all potential impacts on the environment such as noise, dust, smells or fumes to a minimum.
All wastes will be disposed of responsibly. Our staff will ensure they comply with all the waste disposal requirements.
The company believes that awareness and knowledge of environmental issues is an important part of the process of effective environmental management. Therefore it is our objective to provide suitable information and training to our employees to ensure they are able to make informed decisions.
Our Carbon Footprint
Small steps to sustainable stays
We are proud to offer a low carbon footprint of just 8.1kg CO2-e per guest night.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, and we invite our guests to be part of our journey toward a greener future.
Together, every stay becomes a step toward a more sustainable tomorrow.
PREMIER SUITES Dublin Sandyford
8.1
kg of CO2-e per guest night
International Serviced Apartment Benchmark
14.34
kg of CO2-e per guest night
Green Tourism
Accredited
We are certified by Green Tourism, a sustainability certification programme which promotes greener ways for businesses and organisations to operate by offering guidance on the following:
- Reducing energy use
Saving water - Efficient & eco-friendly waste disposal
- Ethical buying
- Staying local & seasonal
- Minimising food miles
- Promoting biodiversity
- Adopting a smart, sustainable outlook from top to bottom
What we are doing
Reducing our impact on the environment
Maintenance & cleaning
We are proud to use chemicals that are less hazardous to environment and recycle in all office/canteen areas.
Growing Our Own
We offer “Homegrown Greens”, a planter filled with herbs and spices, for our guests to use while cooking in their apartment.
Our People
Through the Green Tourism accreditation our team are learning more and becoming more aware of the impact small changes can make on our environment.
Transportation
We have bicycle racks available on site and offer all employees the opportunity to avail of the bike to work scheme.
Operations
We have compostable water/coffee cups at reception for guests to use. We also have recycling bags in all apartments. We have moved to using dispensers instead of single use bathroom amenities.
We encourage as little printing as possible throughout the property with many initiatives including offering guests their invoices emailed on departure.
At PREMIER SUITES we are now accessible via “Whatsaap Business”. Our QR code is advertised around the property and provided to the guests on check in – this minimises the usage of paper/welcome letters for the guests with the arrival information provided – all “how to’s” and things to do in Dublin can be found by just scanning the QR code.
Guest Communication
We inform all our guests of our recycling facilities and also ask them to think of environment and switch off all the lights when its bright/leaving the apartment. We also advise guests they can drink tap water, there is no need to purchase plastic/bottled water. We are working on Green Tourism and will be sharing initiatives with our guests shortly.
Sustainable Travel
Navigating Dublin sustainably
Our Building
Home away from home
Our PREMIER SUITES Dublin Sandyford building has glazed windows to keep in heat, the lighting in public areas are on a sensor so turn off when not needed. We also have Energy LED lighting throughout the property.
Our Suppliers
Team work
For all PREMIER SUITES properties, we order local Irish Butlers Chocolate to support local Irish produce.
Standard natural pure wool throws are being used in all 3 Dublin Properties and they are designed and produced in Ireland in Co. Donegal.
Charity Events
Get involved
Prem Group has its own charity “Beyond the Moon” that organizes the events and outings. The collected funds are going all around Ireland and Europe to support family holidays for struggling families with sick children.
PREMIER SUITES Ballsbridge, Leeson Street and Sandyford organised and supported the Animal Charity from the funds collected during Christmas Jumper’s Day outing.
Once a year we go through our lost property left by guests over a year ago – we wash, fold, and bring the left clothing to our local charity shop.
Prem Group also did a collection and hamper sale to support the Ukrainian community.
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PREMIER SUITES Dublin Sandyford Sustainability FAQ
Is PREMIER SUITES Dublin Sandyford a sustainable accommodation option?
Yes. At PREMIER SUITES Dublin Sandyford, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact through energy-saving measures, responsible waste management and more sustainable everyday operations. Our initiatives include LED lighting, recycling facilities, refillable bathroom amenities and digital guest communications. We also hold Green Tourism accreditation, reflecting our ongoing commitment to improving our environmental practices.
What is the carbon footprint of a stay at PREMIER SUITES Dublin Sandyford?
Our published carbon footprint is 8.1 kg of CO₂-equivalent per guest night, compared with an international serviced apartment benchmark of 14.34 kg. We monitor our environmental performance and continue working towards reducing our impact. We encourage guests to support these efforts by conserving energy, reducing waste and choosing more sustainable travel options where possible.
What eco-friendly facilities are available at PREMIER SUITES Dublin Sandyford?
We have introduced several practical sustainability features throughout our property, including LED lighting, motion-sensor lighting in communal areas, glazed windows that help retain heat and recycling bags in apartments. We also use refillable bathroom amenity dispensers instead of individual single-use toiletries and encourage guests to drink tap water rather than purchase bottled water.
How does PREMIER SUITES Dublin Sandyford reduce waste?
At PREMIER SUITES Dublin Sandyford, we work to reduce unnecessary waste through recycling, reusable amenity dispensers and paper-saving initiatives. We offer electronic invoices and digital guest information through QR codes, helping to reduce printed materials. Our team also follows responsible waste management practices and encourages guests to recycle during their stay.
Can I travel sustainably while staying at PREMIER SUITES Dublin Sandyford?
Yes. Guests can explore lower-impact travel options while staying with us, including cycling and public transport. We provide bicycle racks on-site and information about local cycling routes, while nearby Luas services connect Sandyford with Dublin city centre. Guests travelling by electric vehicle can also use local charging-point directories to locate nearby facilities.
